The client at 34 weeks' gestation has been stabbed in the low abdomen by her boyfriend. She is brought to the emergency room for treatment.
Which statement indicates that the client understands the treatment being administered? (Select all that apply.) A. The baby needs to be monitored to check the heart rate.
B. My bowel has probably been lacerated by the knife.
C. I may need an ultrasound to look at the baby.
D. The catheter in my bladder will prevent urinary complications.
E. The IV in my arm will replace the amniotic fluid if it is leaking.
Question 2
The client at 32 weeks' gestation slipped on the ice and fell, and landed on her abdomen and outstretched arms. She has a broken left wrist that is splinted. She is in the obstetrical triage unit to assess fetal wellbeing.
Which statement should the nurse include when explaining procedures to the client? A. It's very rare for the pregnancy to be affected when you land on your abdomen.
B. Since your wrist is broken, there is a danger that the uterus has ruptured.
C. Advanced pregnancy affects balance, which can lead to more falls on slippery surfaces like ice.
D. We'll just take your vital signs, then you'll return to the orthopedist.
Client on IV patient-controlled analgesia (PCA).
The nurse uses a noninvasive bladder ultrasound to measure the client’s bladder volume.
Anterior view of abdomen divided by quadrants
Apply the substance to the abdomen in a clockwise motion.
Client files are kept in alphabetical order in locked file cabinets.
Percussion pattern for abdomen